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FMCSA Extends State Emergencies for Oregon and California

The Field Administrator for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) Western Service Center has extended the September 10, 2020 State Emergency Declarations for Oregon and California, continuing the exemption granted in accordance with 49 CFR § 390.23(a)(1) from Parts 390 through 399 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs), except as previously restricted therein. The Extension of the Emergency Declarations provides regulatory relief for commercial motor vehicle

FEMA Fact Sheet - Free Home Repair Advice Available - DR-4562-OR

Oregon Wildfires: Free Home Repair Advice AvailableAll Oregonians – including those affected by the recent wildfires and straight-line winds – who have questions about repairing or rebuilding disaster damaged homes or want to learn more about creating defensive fire spaces can contact FEMA Mitigation Specialists via email at FEMA-R10-MIT@FEMA.DHS.GOV. This is a free service.What forms of advice are available?These Specialists are available to answer home repair, rebuilding and hazard mitigation questions

Reminder on Federal Motor Carrier medical cards moratorium

For more information: (503) 373-0000, option 1 for information about over-dimension loads; (503) 378-6699 for information about registration services   Oct. 9, 2020The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has announced that it is unlikely to extend the moratorium on Medical Examination Certificate requirements for commercial drivers whose cancellation has been deferred until Oct. 31.FMCSA put the waiver place in March to allow commercial driver license holders who are subject to federal rules to

Join ODOT for a STIP webinar and public comment session

The Oregon Transportation Commission is in the process of determining how to spend $2.2 billion in transportation funding in the 2024-2027 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program. The Commission is considering various scenarios for how to allocate funding among categories and will select a scenario at its meeting on December 1. To learn more about the funding scenarios the OTC is considering and weigh in on how the OTC should allocate funding, you are invited to join ODOT for a STIP webinar and

ODOT seeking input on Transportation Safety Action Plan update

Oct. 1, 2020 For more information, contact Mary McGowan Project Manager SALEM -- The Transportation Safety Action Plan provides long-term goals, policies, and strategies, as well as near-term actions to eliminate transportation system deaths and life-changing injuries. Help ODOT update the plan to meet your transportation safety needs by participating in an online survey available now through November 20. ODOT conducted a robust statewide visioning and planning effort to develop the 2016

IRS Delays for Stamped Schedule 1 (Form 2290) Receipts

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is reporting a significant delay in the return of IRS-stamped paper Form 2290 Schedule 1 receipts, specifically those filed for the July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021 period. If you have filed a paper Form 2290 with the IRS and have not received your IRS-stamped Schedule 1 receipt, there are acceptable, alternative documentation options available when seeking to register a highway motor vehicle subject to tax. A photocopy of the filed Form 2290 Schedule 1, and: o If

October is National Distracted Driving Awareness month

Sept. 30, 2020For more information: Kelly Kapri, program manager, 503-507-1783SALEM – In Oregon over the past five years, 137 people lost their lives in crashes involving a distracted driver, and more than 20,992 were injured. Perhaps the saddest part of these statistics, besides there being real people behind them, is that these are preventable crashes.“When you are behind the wheel, you have one job – to focus on driving safely,” said Kelly Kapri, Oregon’s Distracted Driving Program manager. “If you allow

Division issues amended wildfire emergency order and guidance bulletins for insurers

The Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services’ Division of Financial Regulation has issued an amended wildfire emergency order. The amended order means that insurance companies must immediately take steps to do the following until the order expires:    Extend all deadlines for policyholders to report claims or submit other communications related to claimsTake all practicable steps to provide opportunities for policyholders to report claimsImmediately institute a grace period for premium payments

Oregon’s COVID-19 Temporary Paid Leave Program is Now Available for Eligible Employees

Starting September 16, 2020, Oregon’s COVID-19 Temporary Paid Leave Program is available to employees who meet eligibility requirements and are required to quarantine or isolate due to COVID-19 exposure or symptoms on or after September 16, 2020. To be eligible, an employee must meet at least one of the following requirements:They do not receive COVID-19-related time off through their employer,Their employer is not covered or exempted from the Families First Coronavirus Response Act’s emergency paid

Event Recap: Jubitz Driver Appreciation Day 2020

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Financial Aid Due to Fires for Oregon Businesses

How to apply for disaster aid due to wildfiresIf you experienced uninsured losses or damage due to wildfires, you may qualify for disaster aid. Federal funds are available to help eligible individuals recover from wildfire in Clackamas, Douglas, Jackson, Klamath, Lane, Lincoln, Linn and Marion Counties.Oregon received federal emergency aid to supplement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in areas wildfires and straight-line winds affected beginning on Sept. 7, 2020.“Oregon is resilient, but to fight

Full Enforcement of ELD Mandate Begins October 1, 2020

Reminder: On October 1, 2020, Oregon will begin full enforcement of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) mandate that all motor carriers install and utilize electronic logging devices (ELD) to record commercial drivers’ hours of service (HOS). This mandate will now apply to drivers operating in both intrastate and interstate commerce. Initially, Oregon-based motor carriers conducting only intrastate transportation had received a temporary Oregon exemption from the mandate. That

State issues insurance emergency order for wildfire victims

(Salem) – The Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services’ Division of Financial Regulation has issued an insurance emergency order for people affected by the state’s wildfires.   Insurance companies must immediately take steps to do the following until the order is no longer in effect: Extend all deadlines for policyholders to report claims or submit other communications related to claimsTake all practicable steps to provide opportunities for policyholders to report claimsEstablish a grace period

Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services issues a wildfire emergency order

The Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services’ Division of Financial Regulation has issued a wildfire emergency order.   Insurance companies must immediately take steps to do the following until the order is no longer in effect: Extend all deadlines for policyholders to report claims or submit other communications related to claimsTake all practicable steps to provide opportunities for policyholders to report claimsImmediately institute a grace period for premium payment for all insurance

ODOT: No political signs on highway right of way - and other restrictions

Signs are popping up all over the state in places where they should not beSept. 21, 2020For more information: Jill Hendrickson, Outdoor Advertising Sign Program coordinator, 503-986-3635 or 503-559-5259 (cell)SALEM - Elections are just around the corner, and that means it’s time to remind everyone what the restrictions are when it comes to promoting your favorite candidate or cause by placing signs.Signs may not be posted on Oregon state highway right of way. That includes trees, utility poles, fence posts

FMCSA extends emergency declaration through Dec. 31, 2020

For more information: (503) 373-0000, option 1 for information about over-dimension loads; (503) 378-6699 for information about registration services Some waivers have been modifiedSept. 18, 2020The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has extended its COVID-19-related waivers for commercial driver licensing, commercial learner’s permits and medical examination certificates through Dec. 31, 2020.Read the full Sept. 18 extension here:

CVSA Now Accepting Nominations for 2021 International Driver Excellence Award

Do you know an exceptional commercial truck or motorcoach driver? Nominate him or her for CVSA's International Driver Excellence Award. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) is now accepting nomiations for its annual International Driver Excellence Award (IDEA), an award that recognizes the careers of extraordinary professional commercial motor vehicle drivers and their commitment to public safety.   The 2021 IDEA winner will receive a check for $2,500 and a crystal trophy. Assuming next year's

CCD Wildfire Service Update (Correction)

This email has been updated with additional links in the Over-Dimension Permits information section.   As Oregon continues to deal with wildfires, Commerce and Compliance Division (CCD) would like to remind motor carriers of the best ways to utilize CCD services and find updated information on the ongoing situation. CCD is here to serve throughout the emergency. Please note, due to the ongoing situation, we are currently operating with reduced staff resulting in longer wait times on the phone. We

Mack LR Electric to begin production in 2021

Volvo Group’s American subsidiary Mack Trucks today announced plans to commercialize the Mack® LR Electric, its revolutionary refuse model equipped with a fully electric integrated Mack drivetrain. Orders for the Mack LR Electric will open in Q4 2020, with deliveries beginning in 2021. “Mack’s leadership in the refuse segment goes back more than a century, and we’re pleased to build on that heritage today by announcing the commercialization of the LR Electric model,” said Martin Weissburg, President,

EROAD and HERE collaborate to launch new routing and navigation tools for commercial vehicle drivers

EROAD bolsters its focus on driver safety and productivity by partnering with HERE to enable truck-friendly routing and navigation in its solutions for commercial vehicle fleets.PORTLAND, OR — September 15, 2020 — EROAD, a leading global transportation technology services company, and HERE Technologies, the leading location data and platform company, today announced an expanded partnership to bring new routing and navigation solutions to commercial vehicle fleets in North America, New Zealand and

Five insurance tips for wildfire recovery

Salem – The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation has five tips for homeowners and renters who have evacuated or been affected by fire, smoke, and ash damage.   Call your insurance company to check your policy. Let your company know if you have evacuated. Coverage is typically available for fire, smoke, and ash damage to your home and personal property.   Ask about your auto coverage, too. You need comprehensive coverage on your auto policy to cover fire, smoke, and ash damage, no matter where your

ODOT postpones Interstate Bridge closure

Sept. 10, 2020 Contact: Don Hamilton, 503-704-7452 ODOT has postponed the I-5 Interstate Bridge Trunnion Replacement Project to keep the highway system as clear as possible for wildfire evacuees. ODOT and WSDOT will be reaching out to contractors and the U.S. Coast Guard to discuss the new schedule. The closure of the northbound span of the Interstate Bridge had been scheduled to begin at 12:01 a.m. Saturday and last for nine days. The project would replace parts in the lift mechanism in south tower

FMCSA Regional Emergency Declaration for the CA, OR and WA Wildfires

Last month, as a result of widespread wildfire activity and critical fire danger due to hot, dry windy conditions and thunderstorms, Oregon Gov. Brown, along with Washington Gov. Jay Inslee and California Gov. Gavin Newsom, issued State declarations of emergency finding the conditions posed an imminent threat to the safety of persons and property. Because emergency conditions have not abated - and have worsened in several areas - FMCSA is extending the Emergency Declarations and associated regulatory relief

Trucks advised to avoid US20 - use alternate routes

For more information: (503) 373-0000, option 1 for information about over-dimension loads; (503) 378-6699 for information about registration services Length restrictions for commercial vehicles in effect on US20US20 from MP 46.50 (Cascadia, east of Sweet Home) to the junction with OR126 (Santiam Junction) is restricted to the following lengths:Truck Tractor and Semitrailer combinations are limited to 60 feet in overall length.Doubles combinations are limited to 75 feet in overall length, if the loadspace

Oregon Issues Emergency Declaration in Wake of Wildfires Spurred on by Wind Storm

Governor Kate Brown approved an emergency conflagration declaration for the Beachie Creek, Lionshead, and Holiday Farm Fire. The Beachie Creek and Lionshead Fires were active overnight in the Santiam Canyon. Holiday Farm Fire is active near McKenzie Bridge. In accordance with the authority granted the Department in ORS 823.012, the following commercial motor vehicle requirements are suspended effective September 8, 2020, for operators of commercial vehicles to travel in and through the state of Oregon to

22-driver fleet JDT Trucking wins inaugural Small-Fleet Champ contest

JDT Trucking, founded with one truck two decades ago by James Davis, won Overdrive’s 2020 Small Fleet Champ competition, announce last Thursday.READ THE ARTICLE ONLINE

EROAD brings technology, expertise and trucking industry input to evaluation of fuel tax alternative

Portland, Oregon – August 25, 2020 – EROAD, a global provider of fleet management, electronic tax reporting and Electronic Logging Device (ELD) compliance solutions for the transportation industry, today announced its participation in the 2020-2021 multi-state mileage-based user fee (MBUF) truck pilot being conducted by the Eastern Transportation Coalition (the Coalition), formerly known as the I-95 Corridor Coalition.EROAD was previously selected to participate in the Coalition’s first multi-state MBUF

Gov. Brown extends COVID-19 state of emergency until Nov. 3

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IANA Exemption granted: 396.17 Inspection Repair and Maintenance - Qualified and Brake Inspector

SUMMARY: The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announces its decision to grant Intermodal Association of North America’s (IANA) application for a limited 5-year exemption to allow individuals who complete a training program consistent with a set of Intermodal Recommended Practices (IRPs) and associated requirements that has been developed by IANA to be considered a qualified inspector or qualified brake inspector for intermodal equipment (IME) under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety

UrgentCareTravel and EROAD North America partner to offer convenient and affordable health services

Miami, FL and Tualatin, Oregon – August 18, 2020 – UrgentCareTravel (UCT), the only medical clinic network focused on providing convenient and affordable health care for professional truck drivers and fleets, and EROAD, a global provider of fleet management, electronic tax reporting and ELD compliance solutions today announce a partnership to offer UCT’s health services to EROAD customers.48% of professional drivers have a chronic condition (diabetes, hypertension, obesity) that restricts their Commercial

Seattle-Based Carrier Prevails in Quality During Challenging Times

[Seattle, Washington, August 17, 2020] – Logistics Management has released the results of the 37th Annual Quest for Quality Awards and Peninsula Truck Lines is ranked #1 for LTL Carrier in the Western region. Over 4,500 freight customers were surveyed over a six-month period to determine the quality of performance of freight transportation providers across the U.S. For over three decades, the Quest for Quality has been the industry’s benchmark for measuring quality of performance when selecting a freight

Have You Conducted Your Annual Queries in the Clearinghouse Yet?

Per § 382.701, employers of CDL drivers must conduct a query of the Clearinghouse at least once per year for each CDL driver they employ. The annual query requirement is tracked on a rolling 12-month basis. The one-year time frame resets with each query conducted on a driver. A limited query satisfies the annual query requirement. Employers must obtain a general consent from CDL drivers they employ before conducting limited queries in the Clearinghouse to view these drivers’ information (you can download

Oregon Motor Carrier Emergency Enforcement Reminder

Please see the corrected trucking advisory below. The previous version identified the incorrect section of Oregon Revised Statue (ORS) and listed the incorrect phone number for Commerce and Compliance Division.  On July 7, Governor Kate Brown signed Senate Bill 1601 into law.  The bill includes several items that affect commercial vehicle operators and ODOT operations.There will be a moratorium on issuing certain citations through December 31, 2020.  Therefore, ODOT Motor Carrier Enforcement staff will not

Not Preventable Crash Info Now Available on PSP Records!

FMCSA and NIC have made not preventable crash data available on commercial drivers’ PSP records. Feel free to share the following information and attached document with your members.  Crashes that are determined not preventable through FMCSA’s Crash Preventability Determination Program (CPDP) are now notated in PSP. If there is a crash on a driver’s PSP record that meets the not preventable criteria under CPDP, it may be submitted for review through DataQs at https://dataqs.fmcsa.dot.gov. More information

Running a red light is extremely dangerous

Aug. 3, 2020For more information: Kelly Kapri, Safety Division program manager, 503-507-1783SALEM – How many times have you run a red light… or seen someone do it? If you’re still alive, you’re lucky. Red light running is a significant cause of serious injury crashes in Oregon. Because it often results in T-bone crashes, red light running can cause debilitating brain injury and death. It is essential that every driver in Oregon heed the warning to Stop on Red. Now through Aug. 8 is National Stop On Red

TSA Approves 90-day HME Exemption

TSA has approved an extension of the HME Exemption that allowed states to issue an extension of up to 180 days for HMEs expiring between March 1, 2020 – July 31, 2020.  The 90-day extension makes the new exemption period for HMEs that would otherwise expire between March 1, 2020 – October 29, 2020.  This message serves as advance notification to stakeholders. TSA will provide an update with a link to the actual exemption posted to the Federal Register when it becomes available.  Below are some frequently

The Long Haul

The Long HaulJuly 14, 2020Written by Sander GusinowPublished in Travel and Transportation Photo: Oregon Trucking AssociationDrivers receive food and water at a Meals for Drivers event, hosted by the Oregon Trucking AssociationsThe COVID-19 pandemic has presented roadblocks for truckers, but a renewed interest in the profession has created opportunities.  As the nation offers thanks to health care workers and employees of grocery stores that remain open to provide food and household essentials, it is easy

U.S. Secretary of Transportation Announces Historic Rule on Tribal Transportation Self-Governance

Tuesday, June 2, 2020 WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today published a final rule to establish the Tribal Transportation Self-Governance Program at DOT. This new program will provide a flexible, effective framework for the Federal government and Indian tribes (Tribes) to work collaboratively to improve transportation infrastructure delivery in Indian country. “The Tribal Transportation Self-Governance Program will boost prospects for economic growth and enhance quality of life by

Guidance on Interpreting COVID-19 Test Results

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Governor Kate Brown Extends Face Coverings Requirement Statewide

Face covering requirements apply to indoor public spaces, take effect on Wednesday, July 1    (Portland, OR) — Governor Kate Brown announced today that Oregonians statewide will be required to wear face coverings in indoor public spaces, beginning this Wednesday July 1. The guidance applies to businesses and members of the public visiting indoor public spaces. Face covering requirements are already mandated in eight counties. “From the beginning of the reopening process, I have said that reopening

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New Research Documents the Scale of Nuclear Verdicts in Trucking

Arlington, VA – The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) today released comprehensive research that confirms that large verdicts against trucking fleets are increasing dramatically, both in number and in size of awards. ATRI’s research is partially based on a newly created trucking litigation database that provides detailed information on 600 cases between 2006 and 2019. In the first five years of the data, there were 26 cases over $1 million, and in the last five years of the data, there were

State extends emergency orders for most common types of insurance

The Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services’ Division of Financial Regulation extended its emergency orders for property and casualty, long-term care, and life and disability insurance.   The orders mean that the most common insurance policies, such as auto, home, term and whole life, and long-term care provide one-time minimum grace periods for people to pay premiums and protect them by mandating how long claims must be paid. See this chart for details.   The emergency order extensions

State of Oregon announces telehealth agreement for health insurance plans

Salem – The State of Oregon has reached an agreement with several health insurance companies to continue providing expanded telehealth options through at least Dec. 31, 2020.  “Throughout this pandemic, telehealth has provided Oregonians with essential access to health care services that otherwise might have been unavailable or required the risk of an in-person appointment,” said Gov. Kate Brown. “It has transformed how many people have accessed behavioral health services. I’d like to thank Oregon’s

Oregon DEQ to reopen Multnomah County vehicle inspection stations on June 30, but there’s no rush

Date: June 23, 2020 State rules require customers to wear face coverings as of June 24 at Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington County locations Statewide, Ore. – The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality will reopen its Gresham and Northeast Portland vehicle inspection stations on Tuesday, June 30, in accordance with Multnomah County COVID-19 safety guidelines. The Medford-Ashland, Clackamas, Hillsboro/Sunset, Sherwood and Scappoose stations reopened last week and have been experiencing long lines

Legal Issues Ahead for Structural Plywood Licensing Agencies

Product Advisory warns of unsafe plywood from Brazil sold in American markets Testing proved imported Brazilian plywood panels have massive failure rates   LYONS, ORE. JUNE 11, 2020 — This week, the U.S. Structural Plywood Integrity Coalition made up of ten U.S. Plywood producers including Oregon’s Freres Lumber Co., issued Product Advisory notices regarding Brazilian structural plywood. The distribution of the notices is the result of a motion for preliminary injunction filed on June 5 by the

Trucking Advisory: FMCSA Issues 90 Day Extension Waiver

June 16, 2020 Today, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced an extension of their prior CDL Waiver. FMCSA granted a waiver on March 24, 2020 covering various regulatory provisions affecting CDL holders, CLP holders, and drivers operating CMVs (non-CDL drivers) that is set to expire on June 30, 2020. The waiver has been extended to September 30, 2020. For Oregon, this means we will maintain the status quo for the enforcement of the federal regulations covered by the prior waiver. The

DEQ requests patience as vehicle inspection stations reopen

Date: June 15, 2020Statewide, Ore. – The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality will reopen many of its vehicle inspection stations beginning this week. Today, the Medford-Ashland station will begin offering inspection services; while the Clackamas, Sherwood and Hillsboro/Sunset stations will reopen tomorrow, June 16; and the Scappoose station will reopen on Friday, June 19. The agency asks the public for patience as the staff works within new COVID-19-related procedures and through a backlog of

Breaking: SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans and Advance Program Reopened

To further meet the needs of U.S. small businesses and non-profits, the U.S. Small Business Administration reopened the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and EIDL Advance program portalto all eligible applicants experiencing economic impacts due to COVID-19 today. “The SBA is strongly committed to working around the clock, providing dedicated emergency assistance to the small businesses and non-profits that are facing economic disruption due to the COVID-19 impact.  With the reopening of the EIDL

CCB EXTENSION – Temporary Rule Allowing Deferral of License Renewal September 14, 2020

While the re-opening process has begun it is also an incredibly busy time in the construction calendar, made more hectic by COVID-19. As such, the CCB is allowing additional time for contractors to temporarily defer renewal of their contractor license through September 14, 2020. This is the maximum we are able to extend this allowance using temporary rule authority. Contractors are still encouraged to renew on time if circumstances allow them to do so. Contractors who have deferred should take steps to

Eric Parker, ATA Vice President of Membership Sales, Dies at 50

Eric Scott Parker, who grew up in a trucking family and spent his professional career in the industry, died suddenly on May 11. He was 50. Parker, of Boulder, Colo., most recently served as vice president of membership sales for American Trucking Associations. A family member attributed the cause of death to a “cardiac event.”     Parker, the son of Nancy and the late David Parker — who also was a trucking executive — spent the past 31 years of his working life in the industry. “Eric’s suddenly

State extends emergency order for health insurance companies

The Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services extended its emergency order for health insurance companies through July 3, 2020.    The order requires health insurance companies to do the following for their customers during the COVID-19 outbreak:Provide at least a 60-day grace period to pay any past-due premiumsPay claims for any covered services during the first 30 days of the grace periodExtend all deadlines for reporting claims and other communications, and provide members with communication

Oregon OSHA offers free educational video on COVID-19 requirements in farm operations

Salem – Oregon OSHA has launched a free educational video to help employers and workers understand the requirements of a temporary rule that strengthens protections against the spread of the coronavirus in employer-provided housing and labor-intensive farm operations.   The 12-minute video – available in both English and Spanish – uses engaging graphics and concise narration to give an overview of the rule’s three key parts: field sanitation, labor housing, and transportation.   “This is a challenging

ATRI Issues Call for Motor Carriers to Participate in Annual Operational Costs Data Collection

Arlington, VA – The American Transportation Research Institute today issued a call for motor carriers to participate in ATRI’s annual update to its Operational Costs of Trucking report. Now in its 12th year, ATRI’s annual Operational Costs of Trucking collects cost information derived directly from trucking fleets and owner-operators, and is among the most requested ATRI research studies. ATRI’s annual analysis is used as a key benchmarking tool by motor carriers of all sizes. Public sector agencies also

State issues emergency orders for most common types of insurance

Salem – The Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services’ Division of Financial Regulation issued emergency orders for property and casualty, long-term care, and life and disability insurance. The orders mean that the most common insurance policies, such as auto, home, term and whole life, and long-term care have specific minimum grace periods to pay premiums and protect consumers by mandating how long claims must be paid. See this chart for details.    “Grace periods are an important resource for

Your number is next: DMV offers more services by appointment-only

SALEM – A limited selection of in-person services will now be available at 40 DMV offices across the state. Starting Monday, June 1, you can call to schedule a time most convenient for you to get your DMV business done. Appointments will begin on June 3. Services available by mail or online will not be available at field offices, but you can make an appointment for:Driver licensing and ID cards – originals, renewals and replacements, including passenger car and commercial licenses, and instruction

Insurance emergency orders released

On May 23, 2020, the Department of Consumer and Business Services issued emergency orders for insurance companies providing property and casualty, long-term care, and life and disability insurance.   The orders require insurance companies providing these policies to do the following:Provide at least a 60-day grace period to pay any past-due premiumsPay claims for any covered losses during the first 30 days of the grace periodExtend all deadlines for reporting claims and other communications, and provide

This truck-driving couple’s Brief But Spectacular take on surviving COVID-19

Married couple Chante and Ron Drew are truck drivers transporting groceries and other essential supplies across the country. They take turns driving and sleeping. But when they came down with COVID-19, their ability to hit the road -- and earn an income -- vanished. They offer their Brief But Spectacular take on living through coronavirus.WATCH THE VIDEO

KEEPING OREGON TRUCKERS FUELED IN THE FIGHT AGAINST COVID-19 OTA Offering Free Lunch in Woodburn

Portland, OR, April 7, 2020 - As most Oregonians continue to stay inside, working remotely if possible, or finding ways to entertain and educate their children, it’s hard to remember that the world hasn’t stopped spinning. Medical personnel, first responders and essential frontline workers are keeping it moving. It’s never more obvious as when people do venture out to secure supplies. Trucks continue to deliver food and consumer goods, keeping store shelves stocked and people fed; however, truck drivers

TRUCK DRIVERS INVITED TO PICK UP A FREE LUNCH THIS THURSDAY NEAR CASCADE LOCKS

Oregon Trucking Associations Delivers Lunch, Protective Masks to Dedicated Drivers Truck Driver Receives Free Lunch in Woodburn Last Thursday Portland, OR, April 14, 2020 - Following a successful event last week, when 400 truck drivers passing through the Woodburn Point of Entry along I-5 received a free boxed lunch, Oregon Trucking Associations (OTA) is repeating this show of appreciation at the Cascade Locks Point of Entry (Eastbound Interstate 84, Milepost 44.93) this Thursday, April 16. Starting at

TRUCK DRIVERS NEAR ASHLAND RECEIVE FREE MEAL, SANITIZER AND MASKS

Oregon Trucking Associations and Volunteers from Southern Oregon Carriers Handoff 260 Lunches        Volunteer safely hands off lunch to truck driver at Ashland Port of Entry along I-5    PORTLAND, May 7, 2020 - On Wednesday, May 6, roughly 260 truck drivers passing through the Ashland Port of Entry along I-5 in Southern Oregon were able to quickly and safely grab a decent meal, something that has not been easy amid state shutdown orders due to COVID-19. Best of all, these lunches were free of

FREE MEAL OFFERED TO TRUCK DRIVERS NEAR REDMOND ON WEDNESDAY, MAY 20

Oregon Trucking Associations to Hold Fourth Meal for Drivers Event Since Pandemic Start OTA President & CEO Jana Jarvis hands off lunch to truck driver at earlier event near Cascade Locks PORTLAND, May 18, 2020 - Parts of Oregon may be waking up after several weeks of shutdown due to COVID-19, but the dedicated truck drivers who have consistently delivered necessary consumer goods and medical supplies are still facing on-the-road challenges. To offset some of these difficulties, Oregon Trucking Associations

U.S. Secretary Elaine Chao Announces New Hours of Service Rules

VIEW THE VIDEO FMCSA cited flexibility as the driving force behind these changes which will go into effect 120 days after the rule is published in the Federal Register next week.CLICK HERE for the ruling.CLICK HERE for a one page summary offered by FMCSACLICK HERE for a a side by side comparison of the previous vs. new.

Implementation of FMCSA’s Crash Preventability Program

SUMMARY: On July 27, 2017, FMCSA announced a demonstration program to evaluate the preventability of eight categories of crashes through submissions of Requests for Data Review to its national data correction system known as DataQs. On August 5, 2019, based on experiences with the demonstration program, FMCSA proposed a Crash Preventability Determination Program with a streamlined process. FMCSA proposed to modify the Safety Measurement System to exclude crashes with not preventable determinations from the

Real ID enforcement deadline delayed for one year

Operation Lifesaver Inc. - Rail Safety for Cement, Dump and Garbage Truck Drivers

This video shows drivers of cement, dump and garbage trucks how to safely navigate railroad crossings along their routes to avoid tragedy at the tracks.  

What you need to know about Real ID

Do you need a Real ID?Something big is happening October first of this year. If you aren’t paying attention, it might mean missing your flight out of PDX or any other airport across the U.S.On that date the Transportation Security Administration, or TSA, begins requiring a new type of identification to board a commercial aircraft. The new ID must be compliant with something called the Real ID Act. It’s designed to keep us safer in the air, but if you try to board an aircraft using your current Oregon driver

Outer Powell Transportation Safety Project

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.Construction Update New sidewalks and bike lanes open on the south side of Powell Boulevard Construction of safety improvements on the south side of SE Powell Boulevard from 122nd to 136th Avenues is complete! Take a walk, roll, or bike ride eastbound on Outer Powell Boulevard to see the improvements including new sidewalks, bike lanes and lighting, as well as a new waterline and stormwater system. A new cycle track on eastbound Powell Boulevard

New Youngs Bay Bridge repair project to begin in March

Major bridge work to take over two years to completeASTORIA—Major repairs to the New Youngs Bay Bridge, an important connection between Astoria and Warrenton on U.S. 101, will begin in March. The extensive repair work is expected to take over two years to complete (2019-2021).What can the traveling public expect:Periodic single lane closures at night to allow the contractor to move equipment. The lane closures will be Sunday night through Friday morning, 9 p.m. to 5:30 a.m.;A complete two week night time